INDULGE yourself this summer with a luxury yacht charter – VAT included!

In the South of France VAT of 20% usually applies to all crewed charters, so Boatbookings.com are delighted to be able to offer exclusive VAT included and all- inclusive rates on one of our favourite South of France crewed motor yachts this summer!

INDULGENCE OF POOLE is a Mangusta 86 that has been constantly updated and maintained to ensure that she is in pristine condition and with a fantastic, positive crew. For a yacht of her size, INDULGENCE has unrivalled levels of space. Her large flybridge features plenty of comfortable seating, as well as a jacuzzi!

A large and elegant dining table can be found on the aft deck providing the perfect spot for Al-fresco dining and relaxing breakfasts in the sun!

The package rates are outlined below:

PACKAGE RATES (inc VAT):

Day Charter for up to 8 guests €7,250 (inc VAT)
To include: Meals, a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks along with fuel and berth costs for a trip out to Iles de Lerins for the day.

Two Day Charter for up to 8 guests €14,500 (inc VAT)
To include: Meals, a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks along with fuel and berth costs for two days out as prescribed by the Captain.

Three Day Charter in and around Cannes for up to 8 guests €21,750 (inc VAT)
To include: Meals, a selection of wines, beers and soft drinks along with fuel and berth costs for a prescribed itinerary as agreed by the Captain.

Get in touch today with our expert South of France team about chartering INDULGENCE OF POOLE, or another fantastic yacht anywhere in the world!

Posted on May 12, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Booming! The MYBA Charter Show 2014 Closes with the Yachting Industry Bigger than Ever

The yachting industry is booming. The MYBA Charter Show 2014 in Genoa, showcasing the most impressive yachts on the charter market, has been nothing short of amazing. Not only are yachts becoming more exciting with indulgent interiors, striking finishes and ever more outrageous water toys, the range of charter destinations is increasing very quickly with captains keen to discover the undiscovered and offer something new and exotic to their guests. LA DEA II’s captain, Mark Hoskins is a key exponent of this new age of exploration as he prepared his stunning 161 foot Trinity for an expedition to circumnavigate the world.

LA DEA II is three decks of utter splendour. Providing the benchmark is luxury yachting, she features all that you could desire in a charter. Her salon, complete with grand piano is simply marvellous whilst the bathrooms, lined with rich mahogany and marble are indicative of true decadence.

The huge swim platform is a great place to spend lazy afternoons right by the water while the flybridge is a real highlight. Whether you’re soaking up the sun on one of the massive sun pads, lying back with a book or sipping on champagne in the jacuzzi, you will feel like you’ve arrived at the pinnacle of luxury.

While LA DEA II is off discovering new and exciting destinations, luxury yachting in Greece continues to hit new heights. Chartering in unknown regions of the South Pacific is undoubtedly an exciting new development but there remains a lot to be said for cruising around the stunning Cyclades and indulging yourself in Santorini.

New legislation has decreed that non-EU registered yachts no longer need a license to charter in Greece meaning that the selection of charter yachts in Greece is bigger than ever. In addition to that the 10% luxury tax previously imposed on pleasure yachts has been abolished, leaving only the 6.5% VAT on week long charters in the Aegean.

Yacht charter in Greece is now more accessible than ever. To find out more about chartering, please don’t hesitate to contact the Boatbookings team.

Posted on May 2, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

The MYBA Charter Show 2014 in Genoa – The Hottest in the Port!

The MYBA Charter Show is one like no other, the key yachts on the charter market for the upcoming season are exhibited for brokers worldwide to see. The show is famed for signalling the start of the Mediterranean season, with many of the exhibited yachts zipping away from the show and welcoming clients on board. Genoa is a show where every aspect of the yacht is exhibited, offering the chance to show off the most professional captains, talented chefs and the craziest new water toys. Everything kicks off today, and we have a couple of favourites in the port.

ALEXANDRA V is a stunning Princess 95, she returns for the 2014 charter season following an extensive re-fit leaving her in “like-new” condition. She offers huge exterior and interior volume with her large flybridge and full-beam master cabin, her layout is perfect for families and friends alike.

Captain Jason Maxwell is an experienced professional and as such will show you the hottest ports and the most beautiful anchorages of the Mediterranean and beyond! The chef on board has a large portfolio of specialities, and loves cooking the finest food and loves tailoring menus to specific dietary requirements and prepares only organic, locally-sourced delights.

Our other favourite is NASSIMA! She’s an absolutely stunning 2012 creation from Acico Yachts. She offers a huge master suite on the top deck, providing incredible views when sleeping at anchor. As well as this her incredibly equipped sundeck provides the ultimate in luxury hangouts. NASSIMA truly provides the perfect combination modern design, unparalleled luxury and contemporary class. Enjoy wellness onboard this stunning yacht with her fully equipped gymnasium, designed by a professional trainer and stocked with cutting edge equipment.

For more information on the yachts exhibited at the Genoa MYBA Charter Show or luxury crewed yacht charters around the Mediterranean, contact us today.

Posted on April 28, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Kevin’s Favourites at the Singapore Yacht Show 2014

The yachting industry in Asia is bigger than ever and well on its way to booming. With ever more yacht enthusiasts looking to explore the Far East in search of something new and exciting, more of the world’s most impressive yachts are making their way east. This was abundantly evident at the recent Singapore Yacht Show last week. Whilst not yet as big as some of the yacht shows in Monaco and Antibes for example, the Singapore Yacht Show is a great place to get aboard some truly amazing yachts with many yachts offering guided tours; giving you the chance to see what super yachts are all about.

In our preview blog a couple of weeks ago, CLOUD 9 was touted as one of the potential highlights of the show. Boatbooking’s charter expert in Asia, Kevin, was lucky enough to look around her and reports that she most certainly lives up to the billing. Massive amounts of light streams into an indulgently spacious yacht whilst the garage stocks every water toy known to man.

Kevin has also been raving about KERI LEE III. The owner’s wife is an interior designer and, judging from the finish found on board, she won’t be out of pocket any time soon. Better resembling a grand mansion than a yacht, KERI LEE III is decorated impeccably with original artwork, French antiques as well as glorious marble linings and the most inviting of salons.

No expense has been spared in order to create a yacht which is quintessentially luxurious throughout. A magnificent spiral staircase connects the three stunning interior levels. The sky lounge is nothing short of jaw dropping, featuring everything that you could possibly want for the perfect day.

Dine al fresco, lounge in the sun, cool off in front of a film in the jacuzzi and then clear everything away, turn the music up and dance the night away. KERI LEE III has it all and sums up what luxury yachting is all about.

Posted on April 23, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

The 2014 Singapore Yacht Show is going to be BIG – find out more here!

This year’s Singapore Yacht Show is set to be the biggest ever with several top Super Yachts confirmed to be on show as more and more of them are choosing to charter in South East Asia. Boatbookings.com Charter Director Kevin is preparing for the show which starts on the 10th April and finishes on the 13th April, here are some of his top picks and yachts to look out for.

VERTIGO

At 67m VERTIGO is one of the largest and most imposing Super Yachts in the world. VERTIGO is another awesome creation from Alloy Yachts, she has already won several prestigious accolades such as Sailing Yacht of the Year at the World Super Yacht Awards. With a contemporary and totally unique interior and unbelievable exterior spaces, VERTIGO is surely everybody’s charter dream. We’re looking forward to hearing what our own expert Kevin thinks of her!

EXUMA

EXUMA is a futuristic Super Yacht and has been designed for discovery and exploration with a shallow hull, her extensive list of water toys even includes an amphibious jeep! EXUMA is currently on a world tour and will be featuring at this year’s show before cruising Indonesia, the Seychelles and Tanzania in the coming months. EXUMA is set to be a show stopper, we’re looking forward to hearing more – stay tuned!

If you’d like to get in touch to discuss a charter in Asia, or anywhere else in the world, you can do so here

To keep up to date with news from the show, follow us on twitter @Boatbookings, subscribe to our blog and Like us on Facebook!

Posted on April 7, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓